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Near the borders of Santa Maria
Surrounded by foothills in California's Central Coast is Northwest Santa Maria. The neighborhood is situated inside the Santa Maria Valley, attracting locals seeking recreational pursuits just a few miles from the city's downtown. Local Tom Brown, the owner and broker of Tom Brown Real Estate, says the community attracts outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy the valley's backdrop. "You can virtually go in any direction within 15 minutes to walk your dog and explore the surrounding area." The community has access to a 6-mile trail and Santa Maria's largest park.
Cul de sacs of ranch homes are common throughout Santa Maria.
Welcome to Santa Maria. Take the first Broadway exit to get to Northwest Santa Maria.
Northwest Santa Maria has many safe neighborhoods.
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Taking advantage of Santa Maria’s park system
At 40 acres, Preisker Park is the largest recreational space in the city. The park is a nesting place for Lawrence's Goldfinches and is home to over 100 varieties of trees. Residents visit Preisker Park for games in the open field, disc golf and the accessible walking path. The grounds also contain three playgrounds, including a replica of the famous Santa Maria ship. Along the community's northern border is the Santa Maria Levee Trail, where some locals can see views of the valley right from their homes. Grogan Park is a smaller gathering spot with walking paths and open spaces. North Preisker Ranch Park rests next to one of the neighborhood's schools; locals can use the tennis and basketball courts when the school is not in session. Athletes head to Atkinson Park and Oakley Park for the sporting courts and fields. Veteran Memorial Park is currently under construction and will feature upgrades to play equipment and a commemorative plaza that connects to the Veteran Memorial Center next door.
Santa Maria residents love to practice music at Preisker Park.
Atkinson Park has fields for Santa Maria Soccer enthusiasts.
Grogan Park has a great oval walking path in Northwest Santa Maria.
Pick up a game of frisbee golf at Preisker Park in Northwest Santa Maria.
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Sidewalks hemmed with homes from the midcentury to the early 2000s
The neighborhood's residential properties fit into tidy grid-line streets with sidewalks suitable for joggers and bicyclists. Most Northwest Santa Maria homes were constructed from the midcentury to the early 2000s. These houses have several exterior materials, such as board and batten, brick facades and paneling. The area has cul-de-sacs arranged with established ranch styles and rows of contemporary dwellings. Buyers can also find manufactured homes inside Rancho Buena Vista Mobile Estates, a golf course community. Casa Grande Mobile Estates offers residents a 55-plus community. On average, manufactured homes typically enter the market between $150,000 and $250,000. A single-family house in Northwest Santa Maria can sell between $475,000 and $625,000.
Row of single family homes in Northwest Santa Maria.
Ranch homes get plenty of tree shade in Northwest Santa Maria.
Northwest Santa Maria has many rancher style homes
Find your new home in Northwest Santa Maria.
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Taking to Main Street and Highway 135
Shoppers can restock home supplies at Walmart Neighborhood Market or pick up produce and Latin-based pantry items at Vallarta Supermarkets. The active business routes, Main Street and Highway 135, lead customers to storefronts and restaurants. Brown recommends the local steakhouse Shaw's Restaurant. Also known as Shaw's Steakhouse, the dining spot is popular for its Santa Maria-style barbecue offerings. Taco trucks are found in the neighborhood and all over the city.
Northwest Santa Maria is surrounded by a beautiful landscape.
Northwest Santa Maria has all your staple shopping store including Walmart.
Northwest Santa Maria can be a new home for you and your family.
The Crossroads is a popular shopping center in Northwest Santa Maria.
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Students attend one of the seven public schools
Juan Pacifico Ontiveros Elementary opens its doors for kindergarten to sixth graders and has a C-plus from Niche. The school promises students a broad-based curriculum focusing on a wide range of disciplines, including math, health, science, as well as visual and performing arts. The community contains three additional elementary locations, including Fairlawn, Robert Bruce, and Calvin C. Oakley Elementary, all of which have C-minus grades on Niche. Tommie Kunst Junior High receives a C-plus grade while El Camino Junior High earns a C. Ninth to twelfth graders attend Pioneer Valley High, considered among the top high schools in the county, with a B grade from Niche.
St Mary's School enrolls Santa Maria students from preschool through eighth grade.
Pioneer Valley High shares its Performing Arts Center with the Santa Maria Joint Union District.
Tommie Kunst Jr High belongs to the Santa Maria Bonita School District.
Santa Maria High School was founded in 1891.
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Getting around Santa Barbara County
"Highway 135 used to be called Broadway, and there are country roads that go to the hills. If you go 20 minutes south, there's an Air Force base," Brown says. Highway 135 loops from Route 101, which leads to the rest of Santa Barbara County. Commuters may travel locally on the Santa Maria Area Transit or take the Santa Maria Regional Transit to nearby areas. The Santa Maria Public Airport sits about 5 miles south. Dignity Health's Marian Regional Medical Center, the closest hospital, stands on Main Street.
SMAT buses run through the neighborhood of Northwest Santa Maria.
Stop for Santa Maria students when red lights flash on the school bus.
Northwest Santa Maria has many safe neighborhoods.
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Golfing and games at Boomers! Park
Near Preisker Park is the entertainment destination, Boomers! Park. Local visitors head here for classic attractions like arcade games and mini-golf.
Head to Boomers to enjoy a fun weekend in Northwest Santa Maria.
Boomers has the best mini golf in Northwest Santa Maria.
Boomers is great great place for family fun in Northwest Santa Maria.
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Parks in this Area
Atkinson Park
Oakley Park
Grogan Park
Preisker Park
Central Plaza Park
Playground
Walking Paths
North Preisker Ranch Park
Veteran's Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
San Luis County Regional
36 min drive
Bus
Railroad & Taylor (Inbound)
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Railroad Ave & Rancho Verde
Bus
Main & Russell
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Donovan & Miller (Westbound)
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Railroad & Creston Nb
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Rairoad & Donovan
Bus
Donovan & College
Northwest Santa Maria Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Santa Maria, Santa Maria sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Santa Maria, Santa Maria over the last 12 months is $398,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
28,621
Median Age
30
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,267
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,624
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
56.5%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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